'Hobbit' House in Pasir Puteh, Kelantan
Hidden in Kampung Kelubi, Kelantan lies a small house that looks as if it had appeared from the pages of JRR Tolkien's novel, The Hobbit.
Fri Jun 26 2015
CZECH REPUBLIC : 'The Hobbit' has become a springtime tradition
Fans dressed as characters from "the Hobbit" book fight a battle in the forest near the village of Doksy, some 80 km from Prague on June 6,
Sun Jun 07 2015
'Taken 3' takes top slot at N. American box office
Action sequel "Taken 3" seized the top spot at the North American box office, ending the three-week reign of fantasy epic "The Hobbit,".
Tue Jan 13 2015
Worldwide box office: the reign of the 'The Hobbit' continues
"The Hobbit" took in $74.4 million during its fourth weekend in theaters, bringing its cumulative revenues to $700 million.
Mon Jan 05 2015
British chef Jamie Oliver 'turned down hobbit role'
British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver who was offered the role of a hobbit had to reject the chance due to work committment.
Mon Dec 29 2014
'The Hobbit' tops global box office for third consecutive weekend
Third week in theatres, "The Battle of the Five Armies," earned $130.6 million.
Mon Dec 29 2014
'Hobbit' director Jackson gets Hollywood star
Oscar-winning "Lord of The Rings" and "The Hobbit" director Peter Jackson received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, joined by key cast members from his blockbuster J.R.R Tolkien films.
Tue Dec 09 2014
How to win a chance to travel through Middle-earth and meet Sir Peter Jackson
Die-hard Hobbit and Lord of the Rings fans are invited to enter a contest for their chance to win a trip traveling throughout New Zealand -- otherwise known as Sir Peter Jacksons Middle-earth.
Mon Jul 28 2014
'Hobbit' filmmaker changes name of trilogy finale
The final installment of the blockbuster "Hobbit" film trilogy has been given a new name, director Peter Jackson announced on Thursday.
Fri Apr 25 2014
'Hobbit' stays on top at N. America box office
The second part of The Hobbit film trilogy, starring Ian McKellen and Martin Freeman, earned $31.5 million on its second weekend.
Sun Dec 22 2013
Hobbit' towers over competition at N. America box office
The latest installment of the Tolkien epic series, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," claimed the top spot at the North American box office this weekend, industry estimates showed Sunday.
Sun Dec 15 2013
'The Hobbit': The redemption of Peter Jackson
Jackson's "The Desolation of Smaug," is a fleet, fun redemption of the film franchise, the first chapter of which had J.R.R. Tolkien fans crying foul.
Fri Dec 13 2013
'Texas Chainsaw 3D' cuts 'The Hobbit' down to size
Slasher flick "Texas Chainsaw 3D" stole the top slot at the North American box office this weekend, driving "The Hobbit" from its three-week perch in first place, estimates indicated Sunday.
Sun Jan 06 2013
'Hobbit' slays competition for second weekend
Hordes of North American moviegoers flocked to theaters to watch "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," launching the "Lord of the Rings" prequel to box office gold for the second weekend in a row
Tue Dec 25 2012
'Hobbit' bests 'Rings' with $84.8 million opening
'The Hobbit' failed to get any Golden Globes nominations but led the box office and drew Decembers' biggest opening ever.
Mon Dec 17 2012
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024